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The electoral system in India faces a number of challenges like communalism, influence of caste, criminals, money and muscle power. The election rules are to be modified to deal with these negative forces. Suggest the reforms to be implemented to streamline the election process in India

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i) To prevent money and muscle power:

  • The election expenses must be borne by the Nation.
  • Candidates and parties must present audited accounts of their election expenses.
  • Limit should be put to the election expenses. Those who exceed the limit should be disqualified. 
  • Criminals should not be allowed to contest. 
  • Strong actions against violent acts like booth-capturing. 

ii) To control political parties: 

  • In the political parties, democratic and secular values should be stressed. 
  • Registration of the parties should be made compulsory. 
  • Party officers are to be elected from time to time. 
  • Accounts should be audited and published. 

iii) To reform the election process and conduct of the election: 

  • Election Commission should be broad based. Its number should be increased.
  • Identity cards with photos should be made compulsory for voting. 
  • Voters’ list must be up-to-date and complete. 
  • Make voting compulsory.

 iv) For Women Representation: 

  • Make reservations in the Assembly and Parliament seats. 
  • Give women responsible positions in parties. 
  • Take steps to overcome the attitude of the society to keep women away from public and political activities. 
  • Political parties must let more women candidates contest.


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